Apple has significantly revamped iCloud+ in India, transforming it from a standard cloud storage service into an all-in-one bundle at no extra cost.
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What’s Included: In addition to cloud storage, standard iCloud+ subscriptions now bundle Apple TV, Apple Arcade, and Apple Music Select (a new tier featuring curated, ad-free regional and genre-based music stations).
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Family Sharing: The entire package can be shared with up to five family members via Family Sharing.
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Pricing Tiers:
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50GB: ₹75 per month
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200GB: ₹219 per month
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2TB: ₹749 per month
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6TB: ₹2,999 per month
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12TB: ₹5,900 per month
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What Happens to Apple One and Individual Subscriptions?
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Apple One Discontinued: Apple One will no longer be offered to new consumers in India. Existing Apple One subscribers can continue using their plans.
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Standalone Subscriptions Phased Out: Indian consumers can no longer purchase Apple TV or Apple Arcade individually through Apple India. Current standalone subscribers will automatically have their individual subscriptions cancelled and transitioned over to the new bundled iCloud+ service without losing game saves or progress.
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Full Apple Music Upgrade: For users wanting the complete, on-demand Apple Music experience rather than just “Music Select,” standalone add-on plans are available for ₹115/month (Individual) or ₹145/month (Family).
Airtel Integration & Global Rollout
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Airtel Partnership: The upgraded iCloud+ benefits will also extend to Airtel postpaid users, allowing eligible subscribers to transition smoothly into the new bundle.
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Global Expansion: This change isn’t exclusive to India; Apple is rolling out the bundled iCloud+ service to over 100 countries and regions (including Singapore, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey) through the end of September.
